1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 239 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
