1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 58 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Fulvia | Belmont |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |