2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 895 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
