1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (315 Nm). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 409 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
