1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 54 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lancia Thema | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Thema | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |