1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1200 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |