1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 41 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), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flavia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
