1971 Lancia 2000 vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, both 1971 Lancia 2000 and 1971 Lotus Seven were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia 2000 | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | 2000 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
