1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1984 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 21 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 134 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Flavia 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 1984 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1984 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Flavia | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
