2000 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 27 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 92 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ka | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
