1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
Make | Lancia | Monteverdi |
Model | Flavia | Berlinetta |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 596 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 125 L |