1990 Audi 200 vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 28 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, 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 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | 200 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |