1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,397 cc, 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2397 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
