1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1973 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Jimmy | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
