1998 Audi AL2 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi AL2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi AL2 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) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 934 kg more than 1998 Audi AL2. 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi AL2 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | AL2 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
