2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 785 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2001 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 20.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
