1964 Lancia Flavia vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flavia | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
