1984 Lancia Thema vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (148 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
