1974 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1974 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 1973 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Fulvia | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Fulvia | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
