1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 24 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | RS 200 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |