1978 Ford Capri vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. Both 1978 Ford Capri and 1967 Lancia Fulvia are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Capri | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |