1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1982 Fiat Strada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Strada (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Because 1965 Lancia Flavia 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 1965 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada, 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, 1982 Fiat Strada (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
