1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Punto | Flavia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |