1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 39 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, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. 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, 2001 Suzuki Lapin, 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, 1962 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flavia | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
