1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 235 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Thema (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulia | Thema |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
