1977 Lancia Scorpion vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Scorpion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Scorpion would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 711 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Scorpion weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Scorpion | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Scorpion | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
