1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Berline | Thema |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |