1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flavia | SLK |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |