1974 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 785 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1974 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1974 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lancia Fulvia | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Fulvia | Villager |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |