1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1965 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 31 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1965 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S-MX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
