1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 17 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. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 259 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 288 GTO | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |
