1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 331 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fulvia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
