1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 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, 1985 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 18 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
