1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 24 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 51 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Lancia 2000 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
