1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 19 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 256 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flavia | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Flavia | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
