1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 300 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Trabant |
| Model | Thema | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
