1994 Lancia Thema vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 667 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Thema | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
