1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1971 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1971 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Euro 1 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1290 mm |
