1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 700 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1968 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1968 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Avanti | Lancia |
Model | Avanti | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2340 mm |