1989 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1989 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 1961 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Flavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |