1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 44 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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 Sierra (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Sierra | Flavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |