2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 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 217 kg more than 1969 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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fusion | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
