1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 649 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 ZAZ Jalta 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 1963 ZAZ Jalta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Lancia | ZAZ |
| Model | Thema | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
