1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 25 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 188 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Fulvia | Carina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |