1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 20 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (100 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Thema | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
