1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | Sport | Thesis |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |