2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 42 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1967 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1967 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taurus | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
