2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 173 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 (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fusion | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
