1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1981 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.

Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Lancia Thema 1981 Toyota Celica
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Thema Celica
Year Released 1986 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2562 cc
Horse Power 165 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3600 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2640 mm


 

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