1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 26 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), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 418 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Fulvia | Zafira |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |