2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Panda | Thesis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |