2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 1968 Nissan President | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | President |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
