1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 39 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
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, 2005 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Flavia | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
