2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 951 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Canyon | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
