1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 41 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 642 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 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flavia | Milan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
