1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
