1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 82 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 750 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
