1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 413 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 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Fulvia | 116 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
