1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
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, 2005 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Flavia | Liana |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |