1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 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 48 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Thema |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
