1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 161 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1100 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
