1964 Lancia Flavia vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 32 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 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01, 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flavia | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flavia | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
