1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
