1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 575 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 1982 Fiat Abarth. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Abarth | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
