1957 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 1967 Renault 8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Renault 8. 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:
| 1957 Lancia Flaminia | 1967 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | 8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
