1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
