1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 8 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer. 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 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flavia | Soarer |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |