1992 Lancia Thema vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 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 42 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 365 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Thema | 220 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
