1966 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, both 1966 Lancia Fulvia and 1966 Lotus Europa were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 436 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lancia Fulvia (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Fulvia | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Fulvia | Europa |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |