2006 Ford GT vs. 1965 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP) has 470 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 659 kg more than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1965 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
