1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 25 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Fulvia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
