1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 26 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1989 Peugeot 505 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 1989 Peugeot 505. 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flavia | 505 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
