1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
