1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
