1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 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 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 225 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia 2000 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
