2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | 818 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
