1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen 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 1979 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Aspen | Thesis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |