1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Thema (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Thema | 924 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
