1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Spider weights approximately 20 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 1997 Renault Spider 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 1997 Renault Spider. 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, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | Spider |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
