1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
