1994 Lancia Thema vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 392 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Thema | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Thema | 311 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
