1999 Honda Z vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
