1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 1971 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 1971 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Lancia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Flavia | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
