1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 160 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 1966 Lancia Flavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Flavia | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
