1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 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 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flavia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
