1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
