2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 205 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 46 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Thesis | 205 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
