1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1987 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo.
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, 1987 Ford Tempo, 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 1987 Ford Tempo 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. 1987 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Flavia | Tempo |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |