1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Flavia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
