2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 18 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | FX | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
