1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | GT 40 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |
