1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 33 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 93 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405, 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 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flaminia | 405 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
