1964 Checker Town vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, both 1964 Checker Town and 1964 Lancia Flaminia were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Checker Town (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.

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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 1964 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1964 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Checker Town 1964 Lancia Flaminia
Make Checker Lancia
Model Town Flaminia
Year Released 1964 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 212 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2530 mm


 

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