1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Impala 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 1970 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Impala | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
