1974 Lada Riva vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (138 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Riva | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
