1945 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flavia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1945 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1945 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 GAZ 10-73 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | 10-73 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
