1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 36 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
