1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 1 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1975 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Sunbird | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |