1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. Both 1992 Lancia Thema and 2007 Nissan Altima are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 2007 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Altima |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
