1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 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 12 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1959 Fiat 1500. 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1500 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
