1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2003 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Fulvia | Exige |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 36 L |
