1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. 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 (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thema | 616 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
