1981 Ford Granada vs. 1976 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 5 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1976 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Granada | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |