1971 Lancia 2000 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 166 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia 2000 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
