1996 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 2001 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S-MX | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
