1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 41 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 112 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Fulvia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
