1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 24 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 655 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Fulvia | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
