1989 Ford Capri vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 24 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), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 98 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 1989 Ford Capri, 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
