2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 510 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera, 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 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Riviera | Flavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |