1997 Lancia K vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (155 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1997 Lancia K (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia K | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | K | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
