2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 343 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CR-V | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
