1969 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, both 1969 Lancia Fulvia and 1969 Monteverdi 400 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 575 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 Monteverdi 400 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 Monteverdi 400. 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 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lancia Fulvia | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Lancia | Monteverdi |
Model | Fulvia | 400 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 130 L |