2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 551 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.

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2006 Kia Sportage 1967 Lancia Fulvia
Make Kia Lancia
Model Sportage Fulvia
Year Released 2006 1967
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 140 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 69.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 174 km/hour 166 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 38 L