1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 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, 1982 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
Model | Flavia | Mark VI |
Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |