1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 290 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flavia | Clio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
