1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 42 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
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, 2007 Opel Tigra, 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Flavia | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
