1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1972 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, both 1972 Ford GT 40 and 1972 Lancia Fulvia were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 238 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1972 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, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | GT 40 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
