1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 47 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thema | Delta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
