1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Toyota Starlet 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
