1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131.
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, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 131 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |