1954 Fiat 1400 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 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1400. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1400 | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |