1976 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Ka weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Fulvia | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Fulvia | Ka |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
