1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 10 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Fulvia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
