1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 153 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 (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Fulvia | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
