2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1994 Mazda 121
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 121 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 76 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 970 kg more than 1994 Mazda 121. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1994 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | 121 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
