1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia 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 23 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12, 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 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flavia | 12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
