1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Barchetta | Flavia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |