1984 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 620 kg more than 1984 Fiat Uno. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Uno | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Uno | Thema |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
