1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 21 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 222 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 | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
