1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Flavia | Seven |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
