1999 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1972 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
