1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
