1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Flavia | Discovery |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 86 L |