1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 23 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 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 370 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.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S-MX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
