1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 186 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Lotus Exige 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 2001 Lotus Exige. 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, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Fulvia | Exige |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 36 L |
