1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 20 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 78 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 504. 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 (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Flaminia | 504 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |