2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 560 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 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia. 2007 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1966 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1966 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
