1968 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Fulvia | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Fulvia | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
