1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1986 Lancia Thema were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (100 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1986 Lancia Thema (217 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 33 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
