1968 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 460 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Fulvia | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
