1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 836 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 750 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 48 L |
