1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 218 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
