1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 131 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Zodiac | Flavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |