2001 Audi A2 vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A2 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
