1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 206 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 | 1080 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
