1980 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (168 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 730 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
