1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. Both 1981 Fiat Strada and 1988 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Thema |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
