2005 Acura MDX vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 829 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | MDX | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
