1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flavia | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
