1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 40 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 645 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | MM |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
