2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 16 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
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 (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Barchetta | Thema |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
