1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 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, 1988 Renault 21 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 21 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| 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 | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
