1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava.
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 Brava, 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Brava | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Brava | Flavia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |