2009 Ford Edge vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 49 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge, 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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Edge | Flavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |