1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. 1988 Renault 25 has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
