2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 940 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
