1974 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 574 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Fulvia | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
