1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 485 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1971 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1971 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Fulvia | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
