1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 18 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia 2000 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | 2000 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
