1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 381 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
