1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1955 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1964 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1955 Simca Vedette. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 1955 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Flaminia | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
