1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 18 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1978 Opel Senator 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 1978 Opel Senator. 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, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flavia | Senator |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
