1967 Audi Variant vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 610 kg more than 1967 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 (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 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 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Variant | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
