1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 27 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 117 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Flavia | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |
