1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 25 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 395 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flavia | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |