1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1975 Renault 12 is newer by 12 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 95 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 580 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12, 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | 12 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |
