1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lancia 2000 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | 2000 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
