1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1220 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 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-250 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
