1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 13 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1966 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | Lagonda | Flavia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |