2009 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Lancia 2000. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
