1973 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Urraco | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Urraco | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
