1968 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 711 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Fulvia | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Fulvia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
