1968 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lancia Fulvia | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Fulvia | 605 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |