2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | HR-V | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
