1970 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Fulvia | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Fulvia | 460 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
