1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Morris Minor 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 1971 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Thema | Minor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
