1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. Both 1986 Fiat Croma and 1988 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Croma | Thema |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
