2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 222 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Flavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |