1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 49 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 313 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
