1987 Lada Samara vs. 1965 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1965 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Samara | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
