1992 Lancia Thema vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Thema | 311 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
