1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline is newer by 32 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 310 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.
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, 1997 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
