1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1975 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 584 kg more than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1975 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Avanti | Lancia |
| Model | Avanti | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
