1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1968 Nissan Laurel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 291 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flaminia | Laurel |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |