1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Fulvia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
