1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Flavia | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
