1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 112 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 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Flavia | Granada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
