1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GTV | Thema |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
