1953 Humber Pullman vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Lancia Thesis.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Humber Pullman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Humber | Lancia |
| Model | Pullman | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
