2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio 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 86 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 830 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | Demio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
