1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 Renault 5 is newer by 13 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Renault 5 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 1980 Renault 5. 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
