1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 115 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flavia | 120 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
