1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 510 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, 2001 Renault Avantime, 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Flavia | Avantime |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |