1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 404 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Festiva, 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, 1965 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Festiva | Flavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |