1961 Lancia Flavia vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 545 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flavia | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Lancia | Saturn |
Model | Flavia | Sky |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |