1997 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra. 1997 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | Integra | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
