2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-350 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
