2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 890 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Thesis | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
