1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 33 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |