2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 940 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Thesis | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
