1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 112 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 1957 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Fulvia | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
