1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
