1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 206 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 1988 Lotus Esprit 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Fulvia | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
