2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1961 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea, 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 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 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1961 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Idea | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
