2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 935 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. 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 (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Duna | Thesis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |