1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema. 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Marea | Thema |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
