2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
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 (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
