1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 875 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
