1969 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 420 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 1997 Porsche 993 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 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Fulvia | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Fulvia | 993 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
