1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 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 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | 62 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
