1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 29 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Flavia | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
