1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 30 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Peugeot 405, 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flavia | 405 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
