1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Thema | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
