2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
