1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 24 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Spider | Flavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |