1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 18 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 322 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 1990 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
