1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, both 1984 Lancia Thema and 1984 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 129 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Thema | 1984 Renault 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Thema | 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |