1989 Lancia Thema vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 319 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Thema | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 121 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
