1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Nissan Hardbody 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
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, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
