1966 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, both 1966 Lancia Fulvia and 1966 Volvo 120 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 36 kg more than 1966 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Volvo 120 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 1966 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Volvo 120 (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Fulvia | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Fulvia | 120 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
