1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flaminia | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Zastava |
| Model | Flaminia | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
