1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1969 Toyota Crown 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 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 187 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 1969 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flavia | Crown |
Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |