1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Thema | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
