1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 626 weights approximately 52 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia 2000 | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
