1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 22 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 1984 Ford Laser 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. 1984 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 1984 Ford Laser | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Flavia | Laser |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |