1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 20 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 140 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Flavia | 505 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |