1981 Ford Granada vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 260 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
