1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 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 44 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (104 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
