1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. Both 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1989 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 164 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
