1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 30 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 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 210 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Fulvia | 405 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
