1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 44 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 250 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Flavia | Defender |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
