1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
