1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 90 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
