2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 865 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | 211 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
