1974 Holden Torana vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Torana | Flavia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 |