1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 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 46 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
