1978 Buick Century vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Century | Thesis |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |