2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2002 Lancia Thesis and 2002 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Thesis | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lancia | Skoda |
Model | Thesis | Fabia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |