1975 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 37 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Fulvia | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
