2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1963 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 207 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1963 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fusion | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1177 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
