2008 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
