1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 43 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 422 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flavia | 607 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
