1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 68 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Fulvia | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 49 L |
