1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo, 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 Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Tempo | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Tempo | Flavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |