1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 11 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1974 Peugeot 504 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 1974 Peugeot 504. 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 (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flavia | 504 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
