1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Flavia | 164 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
