1988 Lancia Thema vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Thema | Fusca |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |