1964 Lancia Flavia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lancia Flavia | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flavia | Golf |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2512 mm |