1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 332 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fulvia | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
