1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 23 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 (100 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 423 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 323 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
