1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 501 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 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000. 2010 Dodge Ram 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. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Lancia 2000 2010 Dodge Ram
Make Lancia Dodge
Model 2000 Ram
Year Released 1970 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 116 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 552 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 3560 mm


 

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