1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 520 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Brilliance |
| Model | Fulvia | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |
