1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 129 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
