2003 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 440 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Fulvia | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Fulvia | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2820 mm |
