1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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 (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
