1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 28 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Lancia | TVR |
Model | Flavia | Griffith |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |