2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa 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 124 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Thesis | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
