1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 184 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flavia | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Flavia | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
