1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 15 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 95 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 501 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry, 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 (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flaminia | Cherry |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |