2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto, 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, 1964 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Picanto | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1350 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
