1964 Lancia Flavia vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 900 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lancia Flavia | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Flavia | Discovery |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |