2009 Honda Fit vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Fit | Flavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |