1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S-MX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
