1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | 62 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
