1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 15 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 160 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Fulvia | 405 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
