1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
