2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 724 kg more than 1998 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | 121 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
