1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1969 Toyota Century is newer by 9 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1969 Toyota Century 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 1969 Toyota Century. 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, 1969 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Century |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
