2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta 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 80 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 475 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Thesis | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
