1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 9 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava.
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 (221 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Brava | Thema |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
