1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
