1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flavia.

Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Lancia Flavia 2008 Land Rover Discovery
Make Lancia Land Rover
Model Flavia Discovery
Year Released 1961 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1488 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 0 HP
Torque 115 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 2486 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 88 L