1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 19 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
