1994 Lancia Thema vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1994 Lancia Thema and 1975 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Thema weights approximately 314 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Lancia Thema (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Thema | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thema | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
