1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flavia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
