1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 7 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
