1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1970 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 454 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
