1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia

To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 1 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.

Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alfa Romeo 75 1963 Lancia Flavia
Make Alfa Romeo Lancia
Model 75 Flavia
Year Released 1990 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1566 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 108 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 74 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1061 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 48 L