1975 BMW 315 vs. 1974 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 1 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1975 BMW 315 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 1975 BMW 315. 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, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1974 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 315 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
