1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo is newer by 34 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Escudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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, 1996 Suzuki Escudo, 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, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (156 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Escudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 1996 Suzuki Escudo 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. 1996 Suzuki Escudo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flavia | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
