1987 Dodge Colt vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, both 1987 Dodge Colt and 1987 Lancia Thema were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Dodge Colt. 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, 1987 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Colt | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Colt | Thema |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |