2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 147 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
