1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 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 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 380 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Thema | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
