1975 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 464 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Fulvia | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fulvia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
