1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ and 1992 Lancia Thema were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ 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 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | RZ | Thema |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
