1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1985 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1985 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 22 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 89 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 449 kg more than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1985 Nissan Pulsar, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1985 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
