1974 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 470 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 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Fulvia | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Fulvia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
