1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1962 Peugeot 404 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 1962 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Fulvia | 404 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
