1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1981 Porsche 930 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 190 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 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. 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 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flavia | 930 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
