1968 AMC AMX vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 187 kg more than 1964 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1964 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1964 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | AMC | Lancia |
Model | AMX | Flavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |