1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 564 kg more than 1975 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
