1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 780 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans.
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:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Flavia | XI Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
