1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 47 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 187 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Lancia | Scion |
Model | Flavia | tC |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |