2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis 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 36 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Morgan 4 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 2004 Morgan 4. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Thesis | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
