1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1988 Zastava Yugo 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 166 kg more than 1988 Zastava Yugo. 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Lancia | Zastava |
| Model | Fulvia | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 55.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
