1971 Lancia 2000 vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia 2000 | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | 2000 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
