1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Avanti | Lancia |
Model | Avanti | Thesis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |