2001 Lancia Nea vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Nea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Nea would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Nea. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Nea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Nea weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Nea, 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Nea. (314 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Nea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Nea | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Nea | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3952 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1329 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3200 mm |
