1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1500 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
