1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. 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 14 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 166 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000, 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia 2000 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
