1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 41 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 397 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Xedos |
| Model | Flavia | 9 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
