2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thesis | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
