1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Lancia | Steyr |
| Model | Flavia | 700C |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1950 mm |
