2000 Acura TL vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 385 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | TL | Flavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |