1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
