1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 38 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 4 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. 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, 1998 Honda Capa, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flaminia | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Flaminia | Capa |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |