1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
