1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Flavia 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626, 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Flavia | 626 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |