1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 Porsche 911 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 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Fulvia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
