2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 45 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Cruze | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
