1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Alpine | Lancia |
Model | V6 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |