1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 282 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang 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 1988 Ford Mustang. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
