1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Minor 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Thema | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
