1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 40 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fulvia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
