1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
