1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 43 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 192 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fulvia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
