1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, both 1970 Lancia 2000 and 1970 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia 2000 | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | 2000 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
