2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 336 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
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 (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Bravo | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
