2005 Acura CL vs. 1976 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 580 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Acura CL 1976 Lancia Fulvia
Make Acura Lancia
Model CL Fulvia
Year Released 2005 1976
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 38 L