1998 Audi A3 vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1975 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
