1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 40 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 118 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Flavia | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| 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 | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
