1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny is newer by 35 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 154 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1998 Nissan Sunny, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flaminia | Sunny |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |