2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 779 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. 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 (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thesis | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
