1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1976 Renault 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 312 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
