1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 145 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lancia Thema (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Crown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
