1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Fulvia | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
