1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 662 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flavia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
