1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 46 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 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 (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
