1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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. 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 192 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thema | Note |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
