1965 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Fulvia | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
