1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1965 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1965 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1965 Plymouth Valiant.
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:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1965 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Flaminia | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
