1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 24 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
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, 1987 Mercury Lynx, 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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Flavia | Lynx |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |