1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter 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 18 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 545 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
