2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Thesis | 146 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
