1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 179 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Flavia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |