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Lancia Flavia JS 2.4 16V (170 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Lancia Flavia:
The Lancia Flavia is an executive car produced by Italian automaker Lancia from 1961 to 1971.
The Flavia was launched with a 1,500 cc engine: 194 at the 1960 Turin Motor Show and introduced in major European markets during the next twelve months. Coupé and convertible versions designed by Pininfarina and Vignale quickly followed, together with one or two low volume "specials" including a Zagato coupé. Performance improved over the next ten years as the engine displacement was progressively increased to 1,991 cc. The car remained in production until 1970 when it was updated and renamed as the Lancia 2000. The Flavia was named after Via Flavia, a Roman road leading from Trieste to Dalmatia....(Read more on Wikipedia)
JS Overview:
Lancia Flavia (JS). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1773 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.8 s). The top speed reaches 195 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lancia Flavia (JS) was not tested by Euro NCAP. Its platform, the Chrysler 200, received good ratings from the IIHS in the US, but specific European safety data is unavailable.
2.4 16V (170 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for leisurely cruising, but the 170 Hp engine paired with an automatic transmission delivers rather modest acceleration, lacking any sporty ambition.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is relatively high for a four-cylinder engine of this era, particularly in urban conditions, reflecting the vehicle's weight and older powertrain design.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive design
- • Comfortable ride for cruising
- • Open-top driving experience
- • Spacious for a convertible (4 seats)
Cons:
- • Underwhelming performance for engine size
- • High fuel consumption
- • Limited market appeal and rebadged identity
- • Potentially high depreciation
- • Lack of modern safety features/ratings
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lancia |
| Model: | Flavia |
| Generation: | JS |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 16V (170 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | June, 2012 |
| End of production: | December, 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EDG |
| Engine displacement: | 2360 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 97 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1765-1781 |
| Max. weight: | 2219 |
| Max load: | 438-454 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 377 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 198 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4947 mm mm |
| Width: | 1843 mm mm |
| Height: | 1479 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2765 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.56 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 340x28 mm |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 302x10 mm |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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