1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Flavia | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
