1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 47 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2012 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flavia | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Flavia | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |