1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 35 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 485 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia. 2001 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1966 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1966 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Flavia | LS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
