1959 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular 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 65 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Popular | Flavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |