2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 402 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | CTS | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
