1974 AMC Matador vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 8 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 602 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.
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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1966 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1966 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | AMC | Lancia |
Model | Matador | Flavia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |