1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Fulvia | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Fulvia | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 153 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |