1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia 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 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 183 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
