2008 Acura RL vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 48 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RL | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 42 L |
