2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 515 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Catera 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 2002 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia, 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Catera | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
