1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1965 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 786 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera 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 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Riviera | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
