1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 33 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 224 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1995 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 1995 Toyota Starlet 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. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
