1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1965 TVR Trident is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 TVR Trident weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 TVR Trident 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 1965 TVR Trident. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Flavia | Trident |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
