1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 2 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia 2000 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
