1973 Lancia 2000 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia 2000 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | 2000 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2639 mm |
