1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 44 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 185 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia. 2009 Toyota Avalon 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. 2009 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
