1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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 Vitz, 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 Vitz (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 Vitz | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Flavia | Vitz |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |