1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 655 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, 2007 Renault Espace, 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flavia | Espace |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
