1999 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |