1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 299 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | 037 Rallye | SC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
