1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 46 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 558 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.
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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia. 2012 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1966 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1966 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Lancia | GMC |
| Model | Flavia | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
