1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 105 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 Toyota Auris, 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 Toyota Auris (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Auris |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
