1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 163 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flavia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 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 | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
