1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flavia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 540 kg more than 1954 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1954 Fiat 500 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |
