1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1044 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Calais | Flavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 74 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 48 L |