1986 Lancia Thema vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 400 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Sports |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2160 mm |
