1969 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 335 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Fulvia | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Fulvia | 850 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
