1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 23 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 95 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, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Fulvia | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
