1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1978 Nissan Cedric 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 1978 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Fulvia | Cedric |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |