1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 34 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 280 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Fulvia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
