1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 20 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Stealth | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
