1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1970 Dodge Challenger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 280 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Challenger | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
