1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 195 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flavia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
