2003 Acura NSX vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 43 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2003 Acura NSX 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 2003 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
