1992 Lancia Thema vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 60 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lancia Thema | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Thema | Chevette |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |