2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 253 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Thesis | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2450 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
