1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flavia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |