1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 28 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flavia | 405 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
