1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda 818 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 1971 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 818 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
