2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 21 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Bravo | Thema |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
