1958 BMW 600 vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 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 67 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 416 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 600 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 1958 BMW 600. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 550 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2320 mm |
