1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 26 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 284 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Fulvia | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
