1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 433 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Fulvia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
