1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 2 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Nova 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 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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 Chevrolet Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Nova | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
