2004 Lada 2123 vs. 1961 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada 2123 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 1961 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 2123 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
