1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda 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 118 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 389 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Thema |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
