1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 448 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Fulvia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
