1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 39 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Flavia | TF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
