1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1965 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1210 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.

Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.

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1997 Ford F-150 1965 Lancia Fulvia
Make Ford Lancia
Model F-150 Fulvia
Year Released 1997 1965
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5406 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 80 HP
Torque 467 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2135 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2340 mm