1959 Ford Popular vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Popular | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |