1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 994 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.
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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
