1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 is newer by 37 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. 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, 2000 Proton 400, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Flavia | 400 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
