1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 450 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Fulvia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
