1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 27 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 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 1988 Volvo 440.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440, 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flavia | 440 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
