1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 23 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 404 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 1990 Volvo 940 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 1990 Volvo 940. 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (157 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Fulvia | 940 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |