1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 30 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. Both 1967 Lancia Fulvia and 1997 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 36 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Fulvia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
