1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 48 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 2011 Honda Fit 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. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Flavia | Fit |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
