1966 Audi Variant vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 720 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Variant | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
