1973 Lancia 2000 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 449 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000.
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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia 2000 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
