1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 27 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flavia | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Flavia | Alpine |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |