1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 262 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 1998 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flavia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
