1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |