2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 960 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2003 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. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Punto | Thesis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1820 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 Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |