1965 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 515 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 Rover Vitesse 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 Rover Vitesse. 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 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Fulvia | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Fulvia | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2820 mm |
