1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 283 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 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Fulvia | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
