1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1974 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1974 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1974 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Impala | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |
