1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 50 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Flavia | Croma |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |