1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Apollo | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
