1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 1 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 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 209 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvair | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
