1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 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 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 578 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 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 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 850 | Thema |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |