1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 277 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flavia | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Flavia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
