1979 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 585 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
