2002 Acura EL vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 42 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Acura EL.
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, 2002 Acura EL, 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, 2002 Acura EL (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | EL | Flavia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |