1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 282 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Lancia Flavia (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flavia | 9 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
