2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia

To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 556 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Dodge Dakota 1965 Lancia Flavia
Make Dodge Lancia
Model Dakota Flavia
Year Released 2008 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1488 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 446 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 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