1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1993 Buick LeSabre is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 360 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia. 1993 Buick LeSabre 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. 1993 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick LeSabre | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | LeSabre | Flavia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |