2009 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 372 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
