1965 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 1984 Porsche 930 is newer by 19 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 930 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Porsche 930 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 1984 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Fulvia | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Fulvia | 930 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
