2000 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 520 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
