1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 40 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Flavia | 146 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
