1971 GAZ 24 vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 9 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 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
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 GAZ 24 (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | 24 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
