1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 40 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 821 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 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flavia | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
