1975 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 676 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Fulvia | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Fulvia | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
