1992 Lancia Thema vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema, 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
