1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 33 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 10 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima. 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, 1996 Nissan Maxima, 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flaminia | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
