1965 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 40 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 268 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Fulvia | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fulvia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 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 | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
