1969 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Fulvia | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Fulvia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
