1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1971 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 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 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1971 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Alpine | Lancia |
Model | V6 | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |