1964 Lancia Flavia vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 42 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 760 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 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, 2006 Saturn ION, 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flavia | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Flavia | ION |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
