1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
