1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 13 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 50 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | 15 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |
