1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1976 Volvo 66 is newer by 17 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 Volvo 66. 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:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flaminia | 66 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
