1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Lancia | Tatra |
| Model | Flavia | T700 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
