1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 35 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Metro | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
