1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 33 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 19 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19, 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, 1962 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flaminia | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | 19 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
