2004 Honda Element vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 321 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, 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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Element | Flavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 115 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |