1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 833 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Fulvia | Antara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
