1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 5 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 118 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Fulvia | Corona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
