1974 Holden Torana vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 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 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Torana | Flavia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |