1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 22 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 294 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 1989 Porsche 944 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 1989 Porsche 944. 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Fulvia | 944 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
