1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 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 6 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Flavia 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flavia | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |