1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flavia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
