1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 131 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lancia 2000 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | 2000 | Golf |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |