1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Dardo | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
