2009 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 271 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Lancia Flavia (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Flavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |