2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Kalos | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
