1965 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 21 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 30 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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Fulvia | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 21 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
