1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia 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 (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Lancia Flavia 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Lancia Mazda
Model Flavia Familia
Year Released 1960 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1488 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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