2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 960 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2005 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
