1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 479 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.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Flavia | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
