1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Fulvia | Europa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
