1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 193 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fulvia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
