1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 15 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1962 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Flavia | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
