1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1967 Saab 99 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 1967 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Flaminia | 99 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1708 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
