1969 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 269 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Fulvia | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fulvia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
