1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 839 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 Buick Riviera 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 Buick Riviera. 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 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Riviera | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
