1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 GMC Suburban | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Suburban | Flavia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |