1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Festiva | Thema |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
