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 |