2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 156 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
