1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 49 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1118 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Lancia | Dodge |
Model | Flavia | Ram |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |