1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 13 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 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 49 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 1976 Mazda RX-4 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 1976 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flavia | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
