1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1968 Toyota Century is newer by 5 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 512 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 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. 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, 1968 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flavia | Century |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |