1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 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 106 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Thema | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
