1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 705 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.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Flavia | Astro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
