2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 44 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Fiat Idea (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Idea | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
