2012 Lancia Thema vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lancia Thema 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 2012 Lancia Thema. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Thema | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Thema | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2520 mm |
