1992 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 24 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 400 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 1992 Acura NSX 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 1992 Acura NSX. 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
