1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 486 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (315 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |