1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 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 2 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 83 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000. 1997 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1970 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1970 Lancia 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia 2000 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
