2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. Both 2004 Lancia Thesis and 1970 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
