1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Scorpio | Thesis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |