1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 429 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | 3-Litre | Flavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |