1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1963 Lancia Flavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Flavia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
