1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 32 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, 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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Opti | Flavia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |