1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare is newer by 6 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 485 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Fulvia | Volare |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |
