2002 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 303 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 37 L |
