2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Panda | Thema |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |