2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Punto | Flavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |