1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
