1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 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 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, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flavia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |