1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 45 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
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, 2005 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Flavia | Liana |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
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 | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |