1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard. 1986 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Hit has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Hit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Hit | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
