1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 244 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flavia | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flavia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
