1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
