1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 17 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Flaminia | 260 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |