1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 165 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 18 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
