1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1988 Nissan Silvia 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 7 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.
Because 1988 Nissan Silvia 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 1988 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1988 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
