1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1963 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, both 1963 Abarth 1600 and 1963 Lancia Fulvia were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 226 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1963 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Abarth | Lancia |
Model | 1600 | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2340 mm |