2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 765 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
