1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 1975 Fiat 130. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 130 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |