1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 919 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 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Lancia Fulvia 2012 Nissan Frontier
Make Lancia Nissan
Model Fulvia Frontier
Year Released 1973 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1584 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 112 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1919 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 80 L


 

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