2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 28 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Prizm | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
