1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 48 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 252 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 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flavia | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Murano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
