1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Bluebird | Thema |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3053 mm |
