2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 84 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Thesis | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2450 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
