1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 295 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 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
