1983 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. Both 1983 Ford Capri and 1973 Lancia Fulvia are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 18 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
