1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1971 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline. 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
