1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Fulvia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
