1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1961 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1961 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1961 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
