1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 140 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Spider | Flavia |
Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |