1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Flavia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
