1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | V6 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
