1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, both 1969 AMC Hornet and 1969 Lancia Fulvia were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 389 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 AMC Hornet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 AMC Hornet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | AMC | Lancia |
Model | Hornet | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |