2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2000 Proton 300
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 300 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 2000 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Proton 300. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2000 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Thesis | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
