1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
