1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 31 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Lancia | TVR |
Model | Flavia | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |