1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 830 kg more than 1960 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
Model | New Yorker | Flavia |
Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7204 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |