1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Thema | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
