1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1969 Lotus Elan is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 361 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Because 1969 Lotus Elan 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 1969 Lotus Elan. 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Flavia | Elan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
