2004 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Berlina | Thema |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3053 mm |
