1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flavia | Celica |
Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |