1965 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 41 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (134 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Fulvia | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Fulvia | S40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 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 Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
