1968 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 36 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. Both 1968 Lancia Fulvia and 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Fulvia | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Fulvia | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
