1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 151 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Renault Floride 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 1965 Renault Floride. 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | Floride |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
